phillysuperfuzz, so as not to get off the topic of buying computers, please do a
SEARCH on "laptops".
you will get many threads with the info you need. that topic has been very discussed on this board.
read the ones entitled "Bringing a laptop?" & "el laptop".
also read the post
AMERICAN ELECTRONICS IN SPAIN which is a classic on this board.
quote:
Will I have any problems finding a charger for my lap top that will be compatable with both my computer and Spain's electrical outlets?
read those threads and you will see that you can use your u.s. charger here no prob.
saludos,
jer...
p.d. i have never heard of that software not being able to use abroad issue, sounds like someone was pulling your leg.
laptops are made for travel, software that only worked in u.s.a. would be a waste of time and make no sense at all.
imagine a businessman who travels the world about with his laptop. that would be hilarious if he could not use it on business trips.
then again, knowing microsoft & some other software giants, ridiculous is a daily routine.